Kurien Jacob, Partner and Managing Director of Highgate Technology Ventures (HTV), will bring his extensive industry expertise to the stage at the Skift Data + AI Summit 2025, where he will speak on the strategic intersection of venture capital, travel technology, and AI-driven disruption.
As the leader of HTV—a value-driven investment firm focused on travel technology—Jacob is instrumental in backing and scaling companies that are transforming the travel and hospitality landscape. HTV makes venture and growth equity investments in high-impact startups, with a sharp focus on innovation, data, and next-generation digital infrastructure.
Prior to launching HTV, Jacob served as Chief Revenue Officer at Highgate Hotels, where he built one of the industry’s most advanced revenue management and distribution platforms. His work at Highgate helped redefine how hospitality organizations can leverage technology for competitive advantage.
Jacob currently serves on the boards of some of the most forward-thinking companies in the travel tech ecosystem, including Lighthouse (formerly OTA Insight), LodgIQ, Cendyn, SevenRooms, HostnFly, and Hotel Trader. His active involvement extends beyond governance—he plays a key role in helping these companies commercialize their solutions and drive adoption across the industry.
At the Skift Data + AI Summit 2025, Jacob will provide valuable insights into how investors and operators can work together to accelerate the practical application of AI, data intelligence, and automation across sectors like hotel distribution, pricing, CRM, and short-term rentals.
Join Kurien Jacob and other global thought leaders at Skift Live as they chart the future of data and AI in the travel and hospitality industry.
